Cletis
girl nameCletis entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #1956 in 1911, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
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rank today
#1956
peak (1911)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2966 |
| 1920s | #3740 |
| 1930s | #3793 |
| 1940s | #4237 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cletis are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cletis alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cletis in 2025?
- Cletis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cletis most popular?
- Cletis peaked in 1911, reaching #1956 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cletis with classmates?
- Cletis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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